Automated update notification is a great thing, but that we already have. There's messages on the dashboard...

Fully automatic updating is not a good thing. We need to have the option to wait for our plugins to update first. We need to have time to backup properly first. We also might want to stay with the older version, if it has better functionality for our immediate needs.

Easier updating would be great, though.

This all needs to be compatible with both cPanel and DirectAdmin and other admin panels used by webhotels.

3 Years ago you made a wish and it is fulfilled now.At present it has beacome so easy to upgrade not only plugins but the whole wordpress while keeping all the files and settings intact.That's why i love wordpress so much.